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LED Light Bar Laws in Alberta, Light Bars Canada -

LED Light Bar Laws in Alberta

Auxiliary driving lamps and fog lamps are found in Division 5, Section 42 of the Province of Alberta Traffic Safety Act Vehicle Equipment Regulation. Some of the key excerpts relating to auxiliary lights and fog lights are summarized below. It is recommended that you take the time to read through the Alberta Traffic Safety Act to familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations; it is your responsibility to ensure you are compliant.

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Lumens vs Lux

You may have come across the terms lumens and lux as you research LED lights. Lets take a look at what these terms mean and what is the difference.

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LED Light Bar Laws in BC, Light Bars Canada -

LED Light Bar Laws in BC

LED Light Bar Laws in BC

If you are considering purchasing an LED light for your vehicle, be sure to review the LED light bar laws in BC or in your respective province/territory. Improper mounting of LED lights can result in fines and pose a safety risk to other drivers on the road.

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What are Street Legal Lights?

What does SAE and ECE mean?

When it comes to Street Legal or Compliant LED lighting, there are 2 main organizations that govern certification standards, SAE and ECE. If a light is not SAE or ECE certified, it is generally a quick indicator that the light is not street legal.

SAE markings should be clearly displayed on the lens of the light, Auxiliary High Beam Driving Lights will be marked SAE Y J581 and Fog Lights will be marked SAE F J583.

ECE Certified motor vehicle lights are typically marked on the inside of the lens for easy identification by vehicle inspectors and police officers. NightDriver Series ECE Certified lights meet stringent testing and performance requirements to bare the identification mark for street legal lighting.

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Choosing a Beam Pattern

Why do Beam Patterns Matter?

The intended use of the light should drive your decision when choosing a beam pattern. The intended use of the light should drive your decision when choosing a beam pattern.

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